Mathematical Sciences Educator -Sp & Fet- Spark Blue Downs High - 2026

D1F57B4D-5357-4578-8E6A-6457D3246B45; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Cape Town is seeking a Mathematics Educator to drive student achievement in high school. The ideal candidate will need a B.Ed or PGCE in Mathematical Sciences and have at least 1-2 years of teaching experience. Responsibilities include planning lessons, collaborating with colleagues, and assessing student progress. This full-time position offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Fair market linked remuneration

Performance-based annual bonuses

Above average annual leave

Life, disability and funeral cover

Educational support & study leave

Employee discount on school fees

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• 1 – 2 years of experience teaching High School Scholars including Grd 11 and Grd 12 preferred.
• SACE registration.
• Clear / Clean criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Plan for, teach and co-teach face to face and distance lessons.
• Collaborate to develop rigorous learning experiences.
• Participate in professional development sessions.

Skills

English language fluency

Experience in teaching High School Mathematics

Collaboration and communication

Education

Completed B.Ed or PGCE degree in Mathematical Sciences FET

Job description

About SPARK Schools

SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor and is leading change in the education space through its network of affordable private schools. Watch our Vision Video : Take a tour of our Website : SPARK Schools is a social impact disruptor and is leading change in the education space through its network of affordable private schools. The SPARK Schools network provides transformational education innovation through Africa's first blended learning model, which elevates student achievement and provides the tools teachers need to serve their students effectively. The blended learning model, which combines classroom teaching and online instruction, allows teachers to anticipate student needs and equips schools to provide personalized education at an affordable cost. SPARK Schools is pioneering this transformative education model to ensure the accessibility of university and careers for all. SPARK Schools has a culture of collaboration, because getting South Africa to lead global education takes a team effort. We are innovators who strive for excellence through persistence and a sense of urgency to achieve SPARK Schools' vision, mission and social transformational objectives. Our work environment is vibrant / cheerful, fast-paced / dynamic, engaging / stimulating, tech-enabled and data driven. SPARK Schools is a high growth, mission and values-driven, entrepreneurial organisation, operating 21 primary schools and 5 high schools and serving over 18, families in

Purpose Of Role

SPARK Schools teachers drive student achievement by maintaining high expectations for classroom culture, behaviour, and academic growth for all scholars. SPARK Schools FET Phase Mathematics and Mathematical Literacy Educators are content specialists in Mathematics and Mathematical Literacy. SPARK high school FET Phase educators equip scholars with the knowledge and tools required for matriculation and work collaboratively in leading an integrated inquiry-based curriculum. FET Phase Maths / Maths Lit Educators are integral to the SPARK Schools' culture and our commitment to rigorous, engaging learning experiences for our scholars.

Responsibilities

• Plan for, teach and co-teach face to face and distance lessons for and deliver academic and clubs lessons.
• Collaborate with grade level and content area partners to develop rigorous, engaging learning experiences and to create and implement high quality individualised behaviour and learning plans for scholars.
• Participate actively in all scheduled professional development sessions.
• Develop and administer formative and termly assessments to track student progress and analyse the data for student growth for all scholars to meet the required proficiency ratings.
• Submit and analyse scholar data in order to track progress and intervene when necessary.
• Lead scholar social and emotional development through CQ (Character Quotient) sessions and reflections.
• Plan for, deliver and monitor programmes to support low performing scholars, or extend high performing scholars.
• Participate in place-based education where required within mandated national curriculum or as part of SPARK Schools curriculum enrichment.
• Participate in career and tertiary pathways education where required as part of scholar culture and character development.
• Develop SPARK culture and implement behaviour management strategies.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with colleagues, parents and other stakeholders.
• Conduct self in a professional manner at all SPARK Schools events and to all stakeholders.
• Nurture a high achieving work environment where all scholars feel genuinely valued and supported.
• Promote the vision and mission of SPARK Schools to staff, scholars, families, and the greater community.
• Implement strategies implemented by the Crisis Management team.

Qualifications And Criteria

• English language fluency.
• Completed B.Ed or PGCE degree in Mathematical Sciences FET.
• 1 – 2 years of experience teaching High School Scholars including Grd 11 and Grd 12 preferred.
• SACE registration.
• Clear / Clean criminal record.
• SPARK Values: Service, Persistence, Achievement, Responsibility and Kindness.

Benefits

• Fair market linked remuneration.
• Performance-based annual bonuses and increases.
• Above average / good annual leave.
• Life, disability and funeral cover.
• Employee wellness support.
• Educational support & study leave.
• Individualised professional development, support and mentorship.
• Employee discount on school fees.
• Opportunities for career growth.

Position Type

Full Time

Remuneration

Market Related.

Locations

Blue Downs, Western Cape – SPARK Blue Downs High School

Equal Opportunities

SPARK schools is an equal opportunities employer and preference will be given to candidates from designated groups with due consideration of the company's Employment Equity goals and targets. SPARK Schools Encourages Persons With Disabilities To Apply.

Additional Information

SPARK Schools may expire the posting of this advertisement at their own discretion. Kindly note that should you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful.